60-Plus Meter Superyacht Market Doing Better Than Ever: Some people say that the new build superyacht market has never fully recovered from its heyday in 2000s before the Great Recession. In some respects that’s true as only 146 new superyachts were delivered in 2018 as opposed to 266 vessels over 30 meters in 2008. The decline is representative of new build figures across the board, but it doesn’t tell the entire story as the market for superyachts 60 meters and larger is performing better now than at anytime in history. Even though the vast majority of superyachts built today are...

Nobiskrug Provides Details of 77m Superyacht Black Shark: German manufacturer Nobiskrug provided initial details of its 77-meter superyacht M/Y Black Shark at the yacht’s recent keel laying at its Kiel facility. On track to meet a scheduled delivery in Spring 2021, Black Shark has a striking exterior crafted by Winch Design. With a black painted exterior, an imposing reverse bow and lines emulating a shark, the same theme will continue inside through the designs of Sinot Yacht Architecture and Design. Andrew Winch noted, however, that the initial superyacht design never intended to emulate a shark. Instead, he wanted to create...

Benetti Launches Second 100m-Plus Superyacht: Italian manufacturer Benetti has launched the second of its 100-meter-plus superyachts constructed at its shipyard in Livorno. The 107.6-meter Project FB272 is slated to become one of the 40 largest yachts in the world upon her completion later this year. Her build was commissioned in 2014. FB272’s owner conceived the unique profile of this six-deck megayacht. Prior to contract, the owner spent significant time in the development of the exterior design, first with Hugo van Weiringen from Asure Naval Architects and then with Raymond Langton Design and Zaniz Jakubowski of Zaniz Interiors. Giorgio Cassetta helped...

Ocean King Reveals New Custom Mega Yacht Concept: Italian shipyard Ocean King has unveiled its latest custom superyacht model concept, the Ocean Queen 150. The design focuses more on enjoyment on board instead of the explorer capabilities of the Venice-based manufacturer’s previous models. The Ocean Queen 150 is a 45.7-meter, sub-500 GT tri-deck motor yacht constructed in steel and aluminum. On board, she will accommodate 12 guests over six staterooms, along with a crew of nine and a separate captain’s cabin on the wheelhouse deck. The main deck features a generous full-beam master suite with adjoining private convertible office, cinema...

Rossinavi Begins Construction of Mega Yacht Project Lux 49: Italian manufacturer Rossinavi has announced the sale of Project Lux 49. With a focus on comfort, the Lux 49 is a full displacement mega yacht with a focus on comfort. Horacio Bozzo styled her exterior while Enrico Gobbi is responsible for her interiors. Special attention has been given to her seakeeping abilities and noise reduction. Designed to be suitable for all types of conditions, including the adverse seas of the Pacific, Lux is made for comfortable, long and unrestricted navigation and features a steel hull and aluminum superstructure. Internal and external...

Heesen’s Mega Yacht Project Antares Becomes Vida: The latest vessel in the Heesen’s 55-meter Steel Class, formerly known as Project Antares and recently christened Vida, has entered systems commissions in preparation for sea trials in the North Sea. Sold by the Dutch shipyard to an experience American owner who worked closely with Heesen’s technical team to customize the yacht, Mega yacht Vida has several special features that fulfill her role as a mothership to the owner’s sport fishing fleet. She was acquired by her owner in mid-build in 2017. These include her capacity to refuel and recharge twos port fishing...

Oceanco Launches 90m Superyacht DreAMBoat: Dutch shipyard Oceanco has launched its latest project, the 90-meter superyacht Y716 DreaAMBoat, expected to be delivered this summer. The latest project is the result of a first-time design collaboration between Espen Øino International and Terence Disdale Design. Oceanco Project Director Roderick Gort described DreAMBoat’s launch is a “milestone in the construction process of delivering the ‘Owner’s Perfect Yacht.’” With a massive volume of 2950 GT on a beam of 14.2 meters, the superyacht allows ample space for up to 23 guests and generous crew’s quarters to accommodate 33 staff. Large overhangs from the superstructure...

YXXI Yacht Design Reveals Home From Home Concept: Called Project #6, the new concept from YXXXI Yacht Design is a family-size and family-friendly vessel with the intent of feeling like a floating home. At 90.5 meter, she’ll be able to accommodate 18 guests and 27 crew. Her size alone makes her a floating mansion, however, maximizing the interior and exterior space was the main design challenge for YXXI. Open and airy rooms provide continuity between indoors and outdoors. Project #6 emphasizes safety due to the yacht’s family-friendly design, featuring one-meter high fences encircling all decks to minimize risk to children....

Three Marinas Launch Venice Superyacht Initiative: Venice, Italy wants your attention. Whereas most yacht owners and guest think of other Mediterranean areas such as Capri, Sardinia or Portofino, Venice believes you should think otherwise. With the blessing of the city officials, three Venice marines have launched the Venice Superyacht Destination initiative to raise awareness of mooring opportunities in the historic city while also promoting cultural offerings. Even though Venice always enjoys strong tourism, it comes primarily from other channels. While a handful of large superyachts call on the city annually, few owners realize the possibilities. Thus, the Venice Superyacht Initiative...

Benetti Sells First Diamond 145 Mega Yacht: Benetti has announced the sale of the first unit of its Diamond 15 series, a 44.06-meter mega yacht revealed during last year’s Cannes Yachting Festival. The yacht, built in GRP, features exterior styling from Giorgio M. Cassetta and interior design by Salvagni Architetti. Franco Fusignani, Benetti CEO expressed satisfaction that the new line was only presented four months ago, yet the flagship unit has already been sold. The shipyard realized beginning at the design stage that it was a model with incredible potential, representing the ideal synthesis of the core features of the...

Lürssen Launches 142m Superyacht Project Redwood: One of the largest megayachts of the year, the 142-meter Project Redwood has been launched by Lürssen from its facilities in Bremen, Germany. Spanning six decks, the superyacht was originally listed as a 139-meter project. Once finished, she will rank somewhere in the top ten largest megayachts in the world following completion. Project Redwood was moved to a floating dock for the assembly of her superstructure in December 2018. The coming months will see the addition of features such as two helipads and a large pool. The yacht will also have a sophisticated sports...

Malaysia Taking “Nine-Figure” Offers for Superyacht Equanimity: If you have approximately $130 million to spend and want a bargain on a superyacht that can accommodate up to 22 passengers, has a helipad and boast a variety of topline amenities, the sale of the superyacht Equanimity may be worth looking into. The 91.5-meter yacht built by Oceanco remains anchored in the waters of the Malaysian island of Langkawi, awaiting a new owner after seizure by Indonesian authorities at the request of the U.S. Department of Justice. Equanimity has been on the market since November 2018 with a guide price of $130...